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Understated and unpretentious, this simple custard is a great dessert to end your day with.

Notes: The atolillo will thicken only to the consistency of yogurt, so don't expect it to be thick and pudding-like. However, since this is a starch-bound custard, once the atolillo comes to a boil you must allow it to boil for an additional 1 to 2 minutes to avoid weepy results.

Add cinnamon stick and bring the mixture to boil over medium heat, whisking constantly; mixture will thicken to the consistency of yogurt. Continue to boil for 1 to 2 minutes.

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Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract. Remove and discard cinnamon stick.

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Strain custard into large bowl and serve warm with a dusting of ground cinnamon. Alternatively, press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the atolillo’s surface and refrigerate until cold, then serve chilled.

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